If staff members or visitors have concerns about a child they should raise these with the Designated Safeguarding Officers. This includes vulnerability to radicalisation as well as situations of abuse which may involve staff members.
If the Headteacher is absent, then all concerns should be raised with the Designated Safeguarding Officers.
Any allegation relating to the Headteacher, please see the Chair of Governors.
If you need to contact the LADO, please contact Mark Wilkinson on 01977 727032
However, if at any point there is a risk of serious harm to a child, a referral should be made to Social Care Direct immediately on Tel: 03458 503 503
Trust your senses. If something doesn’t feel right or you have a concern don’t ignore it – report it. Call 03458 503 503. Remember, for immediate risk always contact the Police.
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Designated Safeguarding Officer
Designated Safeguarding Officer
Designated Safeguarding Officer
If you or someone you know needs any help or support then your first point of contact is Social Care Direct.
If you have any concerns about the welfare or safety of a child, young person or vulnerable adult then please contact Social Care Direct.
Any information you give will be treated with confidentiality.
Social Care Direct are open 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Telephone: 0845 8 503 503
Early help brings together professionals who will work with your whole family, to try and improve things for everyone. Early help can include support with things like parenting, employment, anti-social behavior, and emotional well-being. They are for families who have children and young people up to the age of 19, or up to the age of 25 if SEND.
Having a team of professionals working with your family ensures you receive the most appropriate help to meet your needs. Helping your family EARLY, before things get worse and more difficult to change, has been shown to be more effective.
Children First Hubs: 01924 303272
Childline – national website and confidential helpline – 0800 1111
Talk to Frank – national drugs advice website and helpline – 0800 123 6600
Missing People – for children and young people who runaway and their families. Phone or text 116 000
Think U Know – national internet safety website for children, young people and parents
Samaritans – confidential 24 hour helpline 116 123
Remember if you need someone to talk to you can talk to anyone at school or alternatively you can ring Childline on 0800 11 11 – 24 Hour Line. Please find further information about E-Safety on our computing page.
